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In 1845, seven years after fleeing bondage in Maryland, Frederick Douglass was in his late twenties and already a celebrated lecturer across the northern United States. In the first major narrative account of a transformational episode in the life of this extraordinary American, Tom Chaffin chronicles Douglass's 1845-47 lecture tour of Ireland, Scotland, and England.

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“For those familiar with Douglass, this book will add to their knowledge and admiration. For others, it will provide a great introduction to this marvelous man.” —Julian Bond

“A delightful transatlantic study of Frederick Douglass’s travels to Ireland and the British Isles.” —Choice

“A richly informative biographical account of Frederick Douglass’s life and times from an unusual and thoughtprovoking angle.” —Journal of Southern History

Giants Causeway Frederick Douglasss Irish

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      Publisher: MP-VIR Uni of Virginia
      Publication Date: 2/28/2017 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780813939858, 978-0813939858
      ISBN10: 0813939852
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      In 1845, seven years after fleeing bondage in Maryland, Frederick Douglass was in his late twenties and already a celebrated lecturer across the northern United States. In the first major narrative account of a transformational episode in the life of this extraordinary American, Tom Chaffin chronicles Douglass's 1845-47 lecture tour of Ireland, Scotland, and England.

      Trade Review
      “For those familiar with Douglass, this book will add to their knowledge and admiration. For others, it will provide a great introduction to this marvelous man.” —Julian Bond

      “A delightful transatlantic study of Frederick Douglass’s travels to Ireland and the British Isles.” —Choice

      “A richly informative biographical account of Frederick Douglass’s life and times from an unusual and thoughtprovoking angle.” —Journal of Southern History

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